A birth of profound leadership prowess

For the Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila’s birth is a blessing to humanity in many ways. His coming to the mother earth on the 25th of June, 1962 is nature’s deliberate way of blessing that brought an unexpected occurrence to a couple who lived in the heart of Surulere, […]

For the Speaker of the Nigerian House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Femi Gbajabiamila’s birth is a blessing to humanity in many ways.

His coming to the mother earth on the 25th of June, 1962 is nature’s deliberate way of blessing that brought an unexpected occurrence to a couple who lived in the heart of Surulere, Lagos Nigeria.

Alhaja Lateefat Gbajabiamila had ceaselessly wished for a child after she had her first issue, which was a set of twin girls. Her prayers were unanswered for 8 long years, which was a lengthy wait for a woman in want.

The unexpected began on June 25th 1962 when the labor pains kicked in and her experience as a midwife made her decide to deliver the baby herself. Due to her work ethics and she having a maternity center at Ebute Meta, she had prepared for her next delivery.

Femi Gbajabiamila was born in an unusual circumstance that made Lateefat joyful beyond control. His birth and Lateefat’s bravery heralded a story of determination, love and optimism that has positively influenced his journey in life. Fearless Femi has made an impact as a formidable opposition Leader before APC became the majority.

As a person, I feel very proud of my association with him and I have always been inspired by his unassailable record of hard work, impeccable integrity and patriotic zeal for a better Nigeria.

Evidently, his life is a gift, the same way he’s gifted with a companion that’s worth the weight. For Salamatu Gbajabiamila, wife of the newly-elected Speaker Femi Gbajabiamila, the elevation of her hubby is a reward whose time has come, and this is truly her time to shine. Barely a week after her husband became Speaker, she has become a force to reckon with, as many Lagos high society ladies now flock around her like bees. This tells how accessible she’s to the underdogs and how well she’s been a peoples person.

As the whole world converge to honour and celebrate a man who is worthy of tall honour, who is a personification of greatness in many ways, whose words,  works and darling deeds lit the way for many to see the light and advance to the top of their God-given destinies, we are sharing in the joy of birth of this illustrious Nigerian citizen and wishing him the strength for greater accomplishments in life.

Hon. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, a member representing Akoko North East/West of Ondo State